Question

Would the ordered pair for 6m + n = 34 and m - 5n = 47 be (-8, 7) or (7, -8)?

Answer 1

Multiply the first equation by 5 and add it to the second to get m, then sub back for n.

Answer 2

I don't understand.

Answer 3

Let's go step by step.
Multiply the first equation by 5.

Answer 4

6(5) + n = 34
30 + n = 34

Answer 5

This equation

6m + n = 34

Please multiply it by 5.

Answer 6

I am having major connection problems

Answer 7

That's Ok, I will wait.

Answer 8

I do not understand how to multiply that equation by 5????

Answer 9

Ummm..

Answer 10

Yea, I know, it's pathetic...